2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche Boxster 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Porsche Toyota
Model Boxster Tundra
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2687 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 2306 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5810 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 100 L


 

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